June 20, 2013
Cross-posted from the Vermont Floodplain Management blog: A number of changes are underway with the National Flood Insurance Program in response to the Biggert-Waters NFIP Reform of 2012. These changes include steps to make the program financially solvent – in particular by eliminating or phasing out existing subsidies in the program. New flood insurance policies […]
June 10, 2013
Course Overview: i-Tree Hydro is a stand alone application designed to simulate the effects of changes in tree and impervious cover characteristics within a defined watershed on stream flow and water quality. It was designed specifically to handle urban vegetation effects so urban natural resource managers and urban planners can quantify the impacts of changes […]
June 5, 2013
Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission’s July monthly meeting will feature a presentation by Jens Hilke, Conservation Planning Biologist with Vermont Fish & Wildlife, on the new BioFinder map and database tool (more information below). Conservation Commission members and interested citizens are encouraged to join the Commissioners and staff at the meeting which will be held […]
May 28, 2013
Vermont Center for Geographic Information is partnering with VT Technical College to offer up to 5 days of GIS training! Trainings are offered at both the Williston and Randolph campuses so pick the dates, locations, and topics that meet your needs. *Intro to GIS/GPS ($100) :* Participants will gain an understanding of fundamental geospatial concepts […]
May 23, 2013
These trainings will be hosted by STARR, one of the FEMA contractors that has been working on FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) updates throughout New England and the rest of the United States. The trainings that will be offered cover several different topics that may be relevant and helpful to anyone who has some involvement […]
May 20, 2013
VTrans is now soliciting applications for projects this year through the Bicycle and Pedestrian Program. The intent of the VTrans Bicycle and Pedestrian Program is to improve access and safety for bicyclists and/or pedestrians through the planning, design and construction of infrastructure projects. The Bike/Ped Program provides funding for either the scoping or design/construction […]
May 16, 2013
The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (VTDEC) is pleased to announce the state fiscal year (SFY) 2014 Request for Proposals (RFP) for grants under the Ecosystem Restoration Program (ERP). These grants are supported by capital construction funds contained in the fiscal year 2014 state budget. The ERP’s goal in awarding these grants is to reduce […]
Vermontivate! is an award-winning community sustainability game that brings fun, playfulness, and collaborative competition to the serious work of tackling the global climate crisis. Anyone can play Vermontivate! The 6-week game is designed to entertain and edify a wide range of ages and experience levels – from Total Newbies to Green Living Pros. Players […]
May 14, 2013
I would like to let you know that the Environmental Finance Center Network (EFCN) will be hosting a Leadership Training Workshop for small water systems in EPA Region 1 on June 19 & 20, 2013. The workshop will be held at the EPA New England Regional Laboratory (NERL) in North Chelmsford, MA. The attached flyer […]
May 10, 2013
The Department of Housing and Community Development Preservation Trust of Vermont present the: 2013 Historic Preservation & Downtown Conference Friday, June 7th 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Barre Opera House in Downtown Barre, Vermont REGISTER NOW Early Bird Registration Deadline: May 22, 2013 Conference Check in & on-site registration from 7:30 a.m. to […]